2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Rondo | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rondo | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |